Overview
The MSP430FR2100IPW16R is a 16-bit ultra-low-power microcontroller from Texas Instruments, part of the MSP430™ FRAM microcontroller family. This device is designed for low-power, battery-operated applications and offers a range of features that enhance performance and reduce power consumption. It features a 16-bit RISC CPU, low-power modes, and integrated peripherals, making it suitable for various sensing and monitoring applications.
Key Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Product Category | 16-bit Microcontrollers - MCU |
| Core | MSP430 |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 16 MHz |
| Data Bus Width | 16 bit |
| Data RAM Size | 512 B |
| Data RAM Type | SRAM |
| Package / Case | 16-TSSOP |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -40°C |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | +85°C |
| Supply Voltage - Min | 1.8 V |
| Supply Voltage - Max | 3.6 V |
| Interface Type | IrDA, SPI, UART |
| Number Of ADC Channels | 8 Channel |
| Number Of I/Os | 12 I/O |
| Number Of Timers/Counters | 1 Timer |
| Program Memory Size | 1 kB |
| Program Memory Type | FRAM |
| ADC Resolution | 10 bit |
Key Features
- 16-bit RISC architecture with a maximum clock frequency of 16 MHz
- Ultra-low-power modes: Active mode (120 µA/MHz), Standby, LPM3.5 with VLO (1 µA), and Shutdown (LPM4.5) (34 nA without SVS)
- 8-channel 10-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) and integrated temperature sensor
- Internal 1.5-V reference and sample-and-hold 200 ksps
- Enhanced comparator (eCOMP) and integrated 6-bit DAC as reference voltage
- Low-power ferroelectric RAM (FRAM) with up to 3.75KB of nonvolatile memory and built-in error correction code (ECC)
- One 16-bit timer with three capture/compare registers (Timer_B3) and one 16-bit counter-only RTC counter
- Enhanced serial communications: eUSCI_A supports UART, IrDA, and SPI
- Clock system with on-chip 32-kHz RC oscillator (REFO), 16-MHz digitally controlled oscillator (DCO), and external 32-kHz crystal oscillator (LFXT)
- General input/output and pin functionality with 12 I/Os on a 16-pin package
Applications
The MSP430FR2100IPW16R is suitable for a variety of low-power, battery-operated applications, including:
- Appliance battery packs and battery monitoring
- Smoke detectors
- Fitness accessories
- Portable and battery-powered sensing applications
- Data logging and low-power sensing applications
Q & A
- What is the core processor of the MSP430FR2100IPW16R?
The core processor is the MSP430. - What is the maximum clock frequency of the MSP430FR2100IPW16R?
The maximum clock frequency is 16 MHz. - What is the supply voltage range for the MSP430FR2100IPW16R?
The supply voltage range is from 1.8 V to 3.6 V. - How many ADC channels does the MSP430FR2100IPW16R have?
The device has 8 ADC channels with a 10-bit resolution. - What are the low-power modes available in the MSP430FR2100IPW16R?
The device features Active mode, Standby, LPM3.5 with VLO, and Shutdown (LPM4.5). - What type of memory does the MSP430FR2100IPW16R use for program memory?
The program memory type is FRAM (Ferroelectric RAM). - How many I/Os are available on the MSP430FR2100IPW16R?
There are 12 I/Os available. - What are the operating temperature ranges for the MSP430FR2100IPW16R?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to +85°C. - Does the MSP430FR2100IPW16R have a watchdog timer?
No, the MSP430FR2100IPW16R does not have a watchdog timer. - What are the package options for the MSP430FR2100IPW16R?
The device is available in a 16-pin TSSOP package.
